In an effort to help new and returning students feel safe and secure on campus, the BYU–Hawaii Campus Safety and Security team listed five tips to help students avoid theft, citations and danger on campus.
In regards to registrations: Get your vehicle (car or bike) registered with the security office. It is only $5 and lasts a year. Having a registration helps the Security office locate missing or stolen vehicles, and unless your vehicle is registered with them they can’t really do anything.
In regards to bikes: Students are advised to stay off the sidewalk in order to avoid pedestrian collision. If going against traffic get off of your bike and walk it. Failure to do so will result in a $20 citation.
In regards to cars: Do not leave valuables in your car. If you do, at least hide them or place them out of sight. Do not park in faculty parking areas; this will result in a $20 citation.
If buying a car: Before you pay for your vehicle, make sure a registration stopper is not on the vehicle. Check with Campus Security on any outstanding citations the vehicle may have that could result in towing. Complete and sign a bill of sale. Make sure you are supplied with a vehicle registration card and safety inspection certificate.
If selling a car: Complete and sign a bill of sale. Supply the vehicle registration card and safety inspection certificate. Complete and mail in a Notice of Transfer form within 10 days of the sale. The City and County of Honolulu has the forms online. Failure to do so within 10 days will result in a $50 fine.
In regards to late night: Violent crimes tend to happen more often at night, according to the Security office. In order to avoid assault and violence at night, try not to be alone. The curfew for campus is at midnight.
In regards to citations: Students who receive citations go on record. Failure to pay your fines will result in the inability to register for classes and graduate. If you believe you were fined incorrectly than you may appeal a citation. All appeals must be made within 14 calendar days from the date of issuance with the Security office. The Security office is located at the back of the McKay Building facing the Social Sciences Building.
Contact information is as followed:
- Security Dispatch: (808) 675-3503
- Emergency: 911 or (808) 675-3911